Lead Engineering Geologist
Core
Lead engineering geology and geotechnical inputs for major mining and heavy haul rail sustaining capital projects, guiding design outcomes for earthworks, track formation, and foundations.
Role type
Senior IC Lead Engineering Geologist (Mining & Rail)
Builds
Integrated design solutions for renewals, upgrades, and sustaining capital programs in brownfield mining environments.
Domain
Mining, Resources, Heavy Haul Rail, Infrastructure
Required skills
geological interpretation, earthworks design, pavement design, slope stability assessment, geotechnical risk management, brownfield operations expertise, multidisciplinary team leadership, stakeholder engagement, commercial awareness, engineering judgement
Preferred skills
mentoring and capability building, strategic project discussions, winning new work, market presence growth
Technologies
None explicitly stated
Responsibilities
Lead engineering geology and geotechnical inputs across mining and heavy haul rail sustaining capital projects; Provide technical direction for renewals and upgrade programs involving rail formation, track infrastructure, earthworks and associated assets; Drive engineering solutions for pavement design, ground improvement, slope stability and foundation assessments; Review and interpret geological and geotechnical data to develop practical, client-focused recommendations; Build trusted relationships with major mining clients and contribute to strategic project discussions; Champion technical excellence through design reviews, governance and quality assurance; Mentor and develop engineers and geologists, helping build capability across the broader team
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership capability (via careerplan.io/jobs/06d72aa3-c026-42ce-9140-5a485c1e7ed0-lead-engineering-geologist-at-wsp)